Ecocide is emerging as one of the most significant developments in international environmental law. If recognised as an international crime, it could fundamentally change how governments and corporations are held accountable for environmental destruction.
In the first episode of Horizon, the official podcast of UNA Climate and Oceans, we speak with Lauren Banham from Stop Ecocide International about the growing global movement to recognise ecocide in international law.
In this episode we discuss:
• What ecocide means in legal and environmental terms
• Why campaigners want it recognised as an international crime
• The role of the International Criminal Court
• Global progress towards ecocide legislation
• What it could mean for climate policy, conservation, and the oceans
Horizon explores the intersection of climate policy, ocean conservation, international law, and environmental justice.
Guest: Lauren Banham
Organisation: Stop Ecocide International